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Example Sentences

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He said it typically estimates age "within about 1.4 years, plus or minus" for those under 18.

From BBC • Apr. 13, 2026

The average U.S.-stock mutual fund or exchange-traded fund posted a total return of minus 2.8% for the first quarter, according to statistics from LSEG.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 10, 2026

With her sharp features, geometric haircut and form-fitting black ensembles, she’s a Bond villain minus the martial arts skills — icy but with a flicker of feeling, which makes her interesting.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 8, 2026

Orders minus transportation rose a healthy 0.8% in February and increased for the 11th straight month.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 7, 2026

Dad saw every piece of scrap as the money it could be sold for, minus the time needed to sort, cut and deliver it.

From "Educated" by Tara Westover